Oracle has released version 26 of the Java programming language and virtual machine. As the first non-LTS release since JDK ...

Oracle uses JavaOne 2026 to launch JDK 26 and argue that Java can stay relevant in the AI era by building on its traditional strengths in performance, language evolution, and enterprise stability.

Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) released Java 26 with new capabilities focused on AI workloads, cryptography, and developer productivity.